Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist

Location: Beerse, Belgium

Duration: 12 month contract

Hours: 40 hours

Imagine your next project as a Dissolution Scientist where you will apply the latest scientific thinking in dissolution testing to help bring new medication to patients worldwide.

Dissolution Sciences is part of the Global Analytical Development organisation within the Therapeutics Development & Supply (TDS) department. We develop dissolution and in vitro release methods for immediate, modified, and targeted release formulations for oral, parenteral, and other administration routes. We investigate, characterize, and predict release rates in standard and biorelevant dissolution media using hands-on experimentation as well as using predictive modelling/data sciences. We validate and transfer methods, and we investigate deviating release rates to improve our methods and drug products. As a Dissolution Scientist you will design, plan, and follow-up on dissolution work to help the development of the best possible dosage form for the patient. You will contribute to the automation strategy within the team and perform experiments to optimize the automated methods. You will take an active part in biopharmaceutical assessment strategy towards predicting in vivo exposure using in vitro data, to the improvement of biorelevant methods and to the development of clinically relevant QC methods and specifications. You will contribute to progress in data modelling and analysis approaches. You will contribute to a further mechanistic understanding of in vitro dissolution.

roles and responsibilities

• Participate to technical and strategical meetings with colleagues in Beerse

• Represent the Dissolution Sciences team in cross-functional matrix environment including formulation development, pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacology, quality assurance and regulatory

• Responsible for writing and review technical and scientific documents

how to succeed

• PhD in a relevant field (Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical, Engineering Sciences) or Masters degree with 2 years of work experience

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences relevant to the development of small molecule formulations, analytical chemistry, compliance and GMP

• Experience with dissolution testing (QC and/or biorelevant) and dissolution method development is a plus

• Experience with laboratory automation or equipment qualification is a plus

• Experience in statistical or data modelling / DoE / MVA is a plus

• Fast learner with scientific curiosity, self-steering, pro-active, creative

• Ability to work autonomously in a multidisciplinary teams and represent our department in cross-functional teams

• Good presentation skills in scientific meetings

• Good written and spoken communication in English

• Knowledge of Dutch or willing to learn the basics

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 month contract

you are welcome here

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about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email or LinkedIn InMail - you must apply direct to this advert.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.